Judaism

• What is the main focus of the provision summary for the GCC nine to one Judaism paper?

  It provides top tips and sources of wisdom and authority.
• Why is understanding sources of wisdom and authority important for high-level marks?

  It is essential for securing high-level marks in the exam.
• What does the Jewish scripture teach about God?

  That God is one and the creator of the universe.
• How is God's unity reflected in creation according to Jewish beliefs?

  God's oneness is seen in the unity of creation.
• What role does God play as a lawgiver in Judaism?

  God gives laws to help people care for the earth.
• What is the significance of God as a judge in Judaism?

  God rewards good people who follow His laws and punishes those who do not.
• What does Isaiah 33 say about God?


  It states that the Lord is a lawgiver.
• What does Deuteronomy 6:4 declare about God?

  It declares that the Lord our God, the Lord is one.
• What is the Shekinah in Judaism?

  The Shekinah is God's presence in the world.
• How does the Torah relate to the Shekinah?

  The Torah speaks of God's presence, the Shekinah, guiding Moses.
• Why is the Shekinah important for Jews?

  It allows Jews to encounter God's presence at any time.
• What are the different understandings of the Shekinah?

  Some believe it represents various ways God relates to the world.
• What does Exodus 33 say about God's presence?

  It states that God's presence will go with you and provide rest.
• What is the messianic age in Judaism?

  It is a time when all people live in peace and the Temple in Jerusalem is rebuilt.
• What do Jews believe about the Messiah?

  They believe the Messiah will be a human and close to God.
• Why is the belief in the coming of the Messiah important to Jews?

  It is one of the 13 principles of faith.
• What do some Orthodox rabbis teach about the Messiah?

  They teach that the Messiah won't come until all Jews observe the mitzvot.
• What is the Covenant at Sinai?

  It is an agreement between God and Jews regarding the 613 laws given to Moses.
• Why is the Covenant at Sinai important for Jews?

  It establishes their duty to keep the laws and be God's special people.
• What is the Decalogue?

  The Decalogue is the 10 commandments.
• Why are the Decalogue commandments special for Jews?


  They are to be kept by all Jews and applied to daily life.
• Where can the Decalogue be found in the Bible?

  In Exodus 20.
• What does the commandment "do not murder" signify in the Decalogue?

  It signifies the sanctity of life and moral responsibility.
• What is the covenant with Abraham?

  It is an agreement where God promises to make a great nation from Abraham's descendants.
• What is God's promise to Abraham regarding the land?

  God promises to give the land of Canaan to Abraham's descendants.
• What is Abraham's side of the covenant?

  Every male descendant must be circumcised and worship God alone.
• What is the Brit Milah?

  The Brit Milah is the circumcision of Jewish baby boys.
• What is the Brit Bat?

  The Brit Bat is the welcoming of Jewish girls into the Jewish faith.
• Why is the covenant with Abraham important for Jews?

  It affirms their right to live in Israel.
• What does God say to Abraham in Genesis regarding the land?

  That the land will be an everlasting possession for Abraham's descendants.
• What is the sanctity of life in Judaism?

  It is the belief that life is holy and belongs to God.
• What is the concept of Pikuach Nefesh?


  Pikuach Nefesh allows breaking commandments to save a life.
• How is Pikuach Nefesh applied in life-threatening situations?


  It allows for actions that may break commandments to save a life.
• Why do some Orthodox Jews oppose transplant surgery?

  They believe it interferes with the commandment regarding dead bodies.
• What are the 613 mitzvot?

  They are the commandments received by Moses on Mount Sinai.
• What is the Torah in Judaism?

  The Torah is the law book containing the mitzvot.
• How do observant Jews decide to follow the mitzvot?

  They must choose to follow them of their own free will.
• Why is free will important in Judaism?


  It allows individuals to choose between good and evil.
• What does Deuteronomy say about obeying the mitzvot?

  Choosing to obey the mitzvot is a matter of life or death.
• What happens to the souls of the righteous after death in Judaism?

  They are sent to heaven, known as Gan Eden.